What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Palermo (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Palermo (Region) is to fly and train which costs €100 - €240 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Palermo (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Palermo (Region) is to fly and train which takes 8h 6m and costs €100 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Palermo (Region)?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Palermo (Region). However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Vicari via Rrogozhinë, Stazione Marittima, Bari and Palermo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h.

How far is it from Athens to Palermo (Region)?

The distance between Athens and Palermo (Region) is 998 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Palermo (Region) without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Palermo (Region) without a car is to bus and bus and ferry and train via Bari which takes 29h 6m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Athens to Palermo (Region)?

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Athens to Palermo (Region), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Palermo (Region) bus from?

Athens to Palermo (Region) bus services, operated by Art Tour, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Palermo (Region) bus arrive?

Athens to Palermo (Region) bus services, operated by Art Tour, arrive at Rrogozhinë station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Palermo (Region)?

Palermo (Region) is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 4:47 PM in Athens and 3:47 PM in Palermo (Region).

Where can I stay near Palermo (Region)?

There are 1026+ hotels available in Palermo (Region).

Athens to Palermo (Region) - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and ferry

There are 9 ways to get from Athens to Palermo (Region) by plane, train, car, ferry, car ferry, bus, or busferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, train
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1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)plane ATH - CTA
2. Take the train from Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa to Roccapalumba-Aliatrain
8h 6m
€105–239
Drive, ferry, car ferry
1. Drive from Athens to Patrascar
2. Take the ferry from Patras to Bari M.maferry Asf
3. Drive from Bari M.ma to Villa S. Giovannicar
4. Take the car ferry from Villa S. Giovanni to Tresmestiericarferry
5. Drive from Tresmestieri to Palermo (Region)car
27h 39m
€232–366
Bus, bus and ferry, train via Bari
1. Take the bus from Athens to Rrogozhinëbus
2. Take the busferry from Rrogozhinë to Bari Portobusferry
3. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Lamezia Terme C.train Ic
4. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Palermo Centraletrain Ic
5. Take the bus from Palermo to Vicaribus
29h 6m
Fly to Palermo Airport, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Palermo Airport (PMO)plane ATH - PMO
2. Take the bus from Palermo to Vicaribus
8h 21m
Fly to Trapani Airport, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Trapani Airport (TPS)plane ATH - TPS
2. Take the bus from Trapani Birgi Airport to Palermo Terminal Busbus
3. Take the bus from Palermo to Vicaribus
12h 15m
Bus, bus and ferry via Bari
1. Take the bus from Athens to Rrogozhinëbus
2. Take the busferry from Rrogozhinë to Bari Portobusferry
3. Take the bus from Bari to Palermobus 591
4. Take the bus from Palermo to Vicaribus
30h
Train, bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the train from Athens to Larissatrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Larisa to Elbasanbus
3. Take the busferry from Elbasan to Bari Portobusferry
4. Take the bus from Bari Porto to Ferraris-Circumvesuvianabus
5. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Termini Imeresetrain Ic
30h 53m
Bus, bus and ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Athens to Vlorëbus
2. Take the busferry from Vlorë to Messina - Piazza della Repubblicabusferry
3. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Palermo Centraletrain Re
4. Take the bus from Palermo to Vicaribus
33h 52m
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Athens Larissis Station to Vlorëbus
2. Take the busferry from Vlorë to Villa San Giovannibusferry
3. Take the bus from Villa San Giovanni-Piazza Stazione to Palermo Terminal Busbus
4. Take the bus from Palermo to Vicaribus
38h 44m

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) flights

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2h 50mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Athens to Palermo (Region).

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Distance: 997.6 km
Duration: 8h 6m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Palermo (Region), Sicily, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Athens to Palermo (Region). However, you can take the subway to Athens Airport, walk to Athens International Airport (ATH) airport, fly to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), walk to Catania Airport, take the shuttle to Via Santa Maria Goretti, walk to Catania Aeroporto Fontanarossa, take the train to Roccapalumba-Alia, then take the taxi to Palermo (Region). Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Athens to Palermo (Region) via Patras, Bari M.ma, Villa S. Giovanni, and Tresmestieri in around 27h 39m.

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